Rapid Response Camera / Editor – Video Production

As a Rapid-Response Camera Operator & Editor, you will be an integral part of a fast-paced team responsible for creating compelling video content in response to time-sensitive events, news, and unplanned video opportunities. Your role will involve conceptualizing, producing, shooting, writing, and delivering high-quality videos within tight deadlines. You will work closely with a cross-functional team, including other videographers, designers, editors, and others, to ensure that the videos align with the organization’s goals and effectively engage the audience. This role requires candidates to be on-site five days a week at our Eden Prairie, Minnesota office, but with frequent travel.

Primary Responsibilities:

Content Creation and Development:

• Generate creative ideas for videos based on time-sensitive events and projects 
• Develop scripts, shot lists, and other necessary pre-production materials 
• Coordinate and execute video shoots, including managing equipment, locations, talent, and crew 
• Conduct interviews, capture footage, and oversee the production process, including all required creative: design, music, etc 
• Ensure videos are visually appealing, well-paced, and effectively communicate the desired message 
• Collaborate with the team to gather feedback and make necessary revisions 

Project Management:

• Work closely with the rapid-response producer to prioritize and manage multiple video projects simultaneously 
• Ensure videos are delivered on time and meet the required quality standards 
• Maintain organized files and asset management systems for easy retrieval and future reference 
• Stay updated on industry trends, techniques, and emerging technologies related to video production 
• Track and update workstream progress in team project management application 

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate effectively with rapid-response team and all other team members as needed to align video content with overall marketing strategies 
• Communicate project status, timelines, and potential issues to team members and stakeholders 
• Provide creative input, share best practices, and contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment 

Account Management

• Oversight of relationship with between Rapid-Response Team and clients 
• Determine client needs and how to meet them on budget and on time 
• Manage project to ensure clients’ goals are met

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a camera operator and video editor, ideally in a fast-paced or rapid-response environment, such as a television newsroom 
• Proven ability to manage tight timelines 
• Proven ability to work effectively as a team or independently 
• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of video production, including all elements included in pre-production and post-production 
• Proficiency in video editing software and production tools, preferably with full knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud applications 
• Proficiency in video editing techniques, including cutting, trimming, color grading, and sound editing and mixing 
• Proven ability to work in the field and deliver content while traveling 
• Proven excellent script writing, storytelling, and creative thinking abilities 
• Demonstrated solid project management skills, including the ability to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines 
• Proven solid communication and collaboration skills 
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to maintain high-quality standards 
• Proven solid asset management skills with the ability to organize multiple file types 
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to work in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment 
• A portfolio showcasing previous video production work under tight timelines is highly desirable 
• Willingness to travel